1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 456 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 665 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 456.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 456 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
